Description
Potato Dauphinoise is a creamy, indulgent dish that elevates everyday meals to gourmet status. With layers of thinly sliced Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes enveloped in a rich garlic-infused cream, and topped with nutty Gruyère cheese, this dish bakes to a golden perfection that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Perfect for family gatherings or special occasions, Potato Dauphinoise combines simplicity with sophistication, making it a must-try for any home cook.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, crushed
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese, grated
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine heavy cream, crushed garlic, salt, pepper, and nutmeg; heat through but do not boil.
- Layer the sliced potatoes in the baking dish, sprinkling Gruyère cheese between layers.
- Pour the warm cream mixture evenly over the potatoes until just covered.
- Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes; then remove the foil and bake for an additional 30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 75mg